05/01/1997 Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

visibility. The building commissioner explained that the fence should be positioned so that when an inspector comes out and stops his car with the bwnper at the sidewalk there is a visual line. Mrs. Hall explained the bushes along the old fence appeared to be there for a long time, and never caused the former owner any problems as far as site is concerned. Mr. Conway noted that is because a complaint was never filed. He stated this proposed fence is before a public body, and there is a safety concem which the board should address. Law Director Gareau advised an ordinance was passed approximately four years ago requiring people to remove bushes that impose a site problem or safety hazard. The members discussed moving the fence back 15 feet. Mr. Hall noted 15 feet would put the fence in the center of the tree. Mr. Purper stated the fence can be moved farther back so that it is inside the tree line. Mr. Conway believed the members can give the building department some kind of direction so that something can be worked out to assure a safe distance is maintained. Mr. Hall noted the purpose of the proposal was to enhance the property value. Mr. Koberna agreed this fence would enhance the property, however the board would be negligent if they did not add.ress the potential safety hazard. Mr. Gomersall wondered if the board would agree to installing the fence post 1.5 feet offthe sidewalk and allowing the building department to address the cutoff to assure a safe distance is maintained from the right-of-way. The members had no problem with approving the proposal as long as the specifics are stipulated in the motion. T. Koberna moved:to grant Dennis Hall, 3488 Walter Rd. an amended and agreed upon request for a 25 foot variance for the location of fence, on a corner lot, which will encroach into the required 50 foot setback of the abutting lot, with the exception that the building department shall work with the owner to establish the proper site lines from the garage to the side walk area. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.02 (f-2). The motion was seconded by J. Maloney and unanimously approved. Variance granted. 8. Stephen Hanlon, 6316 Somerset Dr. Request for varia.nce (1123.12). Request a 30 square foot variance for area of shed in excess of 2% of the rear yard area. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.02 (d-1). Chairman Gomersall called all interested parties before the board. The oath was administered to Mr. Haulon, owner. The members had no problem with this request. R. Gomersall moved to grant Stephen Hanlon, 6316 Somerset Dr., a 30 square foot variance - for area of shed in excess of 2% of the rear yard area. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.02 (d-1). The motion was seconded by W. Purper and unanimously approved. Variance granted. 9. Joe Flowers, 4813 Grace Road Request for variance (1123.12). Request special permit to enlarge non-conforming building. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1165.02 (b-1) Request the following variances to enlarge non-conforming garage: a 1' 1" side yard setback variance to maintain existing distance from property line; 8